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Hi Dubuque, we made it to Thursday! In today’s edition: Commercial flights end, John Deere recalls workers, a Mean Girls screening, and more.
— Cait Baker
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📰 In the news
Officials chart next steps: Dubuque’s commercial flights have ended after the City Council, Airport Commission, and city deemed Denver Air service financially unsustainable. The airport director says efforts to bring back reliable air service continue — see what’s planned next.
New options for urology patients: UnityPoint Clinic Urology in Dubuque has partnered with Physicians’ Clinic of Iowa, bringing the community’s most tenured urology group to patients close to home at 1500 Delhi St — meet the urology team.
Demand surge boosts staffing: John Deere will recall 99 workers to its Dubuque and Davenport facilities amid rising demand, with returns starting in mid February. Many will fill assembly and material handling roles — read the full story.
State weighs new traffic measures: Iowa DOT will close two Highway 20 intersections near Peosta this spring after crashes tripled. Residents urged safety fixes, and officials are reviewing visibility, speed limits, and median changes — see what’s being considered.
Gold & silver are hot: Last year was gold’s best year since 1979. Silver did even better, climbing nearly 150%… and analysts expect the momentum to continue. If you’re curious about adding precious metals to your IRA or portfolio as a market hedge, American Hartford has a helpful guide that covers everything you need to know. It’s free — and definitely worth a read.
Compare rates for free: Insurance prices drop all the time, but you’ll only know if you check. I assumed my rate was fine until I compared options and realized I was leaving real money on the table. It took a minute to check and instantly showed better offers for where I live. If it’s been more than a few months, you should probably run this comparison tool here.
One pet emergency can easily cost $7,000+ but pet insurance helps ease the financial and emotional burden. It’s something I wish I’d had after spending $10k on last-minute surgery for my cat (her name is Miss Stache). I learned my lesson and signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
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🫶 We got your back
Celebrating a maritime trailblazer: John Paul Eckstein was honored with the 2025 achievement award at the National Rivers Hall of Fame in Dubuque for Marquette Transportation Company’s new flagship towboat, the mv. Eckstein. He led Marquette as president and CEO and has served as executive chairman since 2020. Read the full story.
Trauma-informed support in focus: Jim Schmidt, Gabby Petito’s stepfather, will keynote Riverview Center fundraisers focused on allyship for abuse survivors. Evening of Light is set for April 21 at Culbies in East Dubuque. Breakfast of Light follows April 22 at Bien VenU in Cedar Falls, with silent auctions and survivor stories. Get all the event details.
Treasure hunt, but local: Whether you’re decluttering or hunting a quirky lamp, Dubuque Rescue Mission turns donated finds into budget-friendly scores across downtown thrift shops, and your haul fuels local good. Low effort, high serotonin, extra closet space. Feels neighborly, too.
Sushi-plus comfort fix: When the craving hits, Lina’s Thai Bistro slips in a legit sushi lineup alongside its Thai go-tos, so you can split rolls and still chase that curry. Easy, midweek comfort without a drive… just a cozy detour for maki, pad thai, and a happy table.
A smart way to save on big purchases: When costs hit the tens of thousands, credit card and personal loan interest racks up fast. A HELOC lets you tap into your home’s equity as a flexible line of credit at a lower rate… all without refinancing your mortgage. I’ve been looking into this myself, and Figure’s HELOC stood out for its 100% online application, no in-person appraisal, and quick access to cash.
Your neighbors are Googling you:It’s an uncomfortable thought, but people search names all the time — employers, new friends, other parents at school pickup. If something negative, outdated, or misleading shows up on the first page, it can shape how people see you before you ever meet. BetterReputation helps push down unwanted search results so the first impression you make actually reflects who you are today. And if it’s not your name, you can help a friend or family member with that too.
Get clarity on financial decisions: Managing retirement, taxes, and investments alone can feel overwhelming, especially during big life transitions. Financial advisors provide holistic guidance, help reduce risk, and keep emotions away from costly decisions. I found a tool called Unbiased that matches you with the right financial advisor based on your personal situation so you can get a second opinion… it never hurts.
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📆 Around town this weekend
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🎷 2026 UD Jazz Festival @ University of Dubuque Heritage Center | Friday (2/6) at 9:00 AM – Whether you still have your letterman jacket or just a soft spot for a tight horn section, UD’s Jazz Festival ends with Jukebox Saturday Night swinging through the classics. Students workshop by day, you tap your toes by night, and everyone feels cooler.
🚋 February First Fridays @ Rhett’s Rocks, Minerals & Metalworks | Friday (2/6) at 10:00 AM – Whether you hop the First Fridays trolley or hoof it, swing into Rhett’s Rocks for a gleaming detour. Think backlit gemstone art by Zee Haag, Francis Elder’s trinity tree, wire wrapped beauties, metalworks by Jason Scott, Tim’s creations, plus snacks, and browsing all day.
♣ Euchre Card Party @ Happy’s Place | Friday (2/6) at 6:00 PM – Swap the tiki bar for trump and tricks at the Sportsman’s Club’s open-to-all Euchre night. They draw for partners, so leave the ringer at home, bring your lucky quarter, your driest wit, and a willingness to argue about bowers like civilized Conchs.
🕯 Love Candle Workshop @ The Good Witches Cottage | Saturday (2/7) at 11:00 AM – Heart vibes running on low? Swing by The Good Witches’ open-house candle workshop, dress a love-intention candle for self-care, breakup recovery, or extra spark with your favorite human. All supplies included, just $10, and you go home with something that actually warms up a room.
🎬 Winter Movie Series: Mean Girls @ Five Flags Center | Saturday (2/7) at 4:00 PM – Grab your pink and relive high school drama without the acne. Winter Movie Series is screening Mean Girls, the 2004 classic with Lohan, McAdams, and Fey, rated PG-13. Quote along, roll your eyes, then go home smugly grateful for adulthood.
🎶 SongFest 2026 @ Eleanor Roosevelt Middle School | Saturday (2/7) at 7:00 PM – Nothing beats a free wall of harmony to reset the week. SongFest gathers the Dubuque Chorale, Cadenza, the kids, the Dubuque Music Men, and a chorus of college ensembles at Eleanor Roosevelt Middle School for a citywide sing. Bring your inside voice, enjoy theirs.
🎸 Shannon Woulfe @ Gary Dolphin’s Iron Bar | Saturday (2/7) at 7:00 PM – Shannon Woulfe is unplugging at Dolph’s, serving acoustic rock that pairs nicely with a cold one and a catch-up you actually hear. Expect familiar tunes, tight chops, and zero ego. Grab your crew, claim a booth, then check her site for dates.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Dubuque report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 36°F – Low: 29°F – Precip: 33%
A chance of snow before 9am, then scattered snow showers between 9am and 10am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 36. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 29. West wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 40°F – Low: 16°F – Precip: 1%
Partly sunny, with a high near 40. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 16.
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🔥 Worth a peek
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